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In the woods of Northern Michigan, Hibernation Station offers a cozy cabin retreat for up to 8 guests. Enjoy the large deck, fire pit and outdoor bar during summer months or explore nearby lakes and trails. During winter, take advantage of snowmobile trails just steps from the cabin or unwind in front of one TV in two living spaces.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Enchanting 4-Season Retreat in the Woods Near Trails Lakes and Resorts

Get away to this cabin in the woods and make the most of everything Northern Michigan has to offer. Hibernation Station is the quintessential outdoor getaway backing up to thousands of acres of state land where you can hit ATV and snowmobile trails, hunt, do some mushroom picking or hike. Our cabin is just around the corner from Little and Big Bear lakes great for swimming, fishing, boating and kayaking. Perfect for family fun, couple’s retreats, or a guys’ weekend for up to 8 guests!

In summer months enjoy the large deck backing up to the woods, a fire pit, outdoor bar, kayaks for the nearby lakes, miles and miles of trails for off-roading fun, and a huge pole barn to store all of your toys. Golfers can find three golf resorts all within a 25-minute drive!

When temperatures start to fall, take advantage of the snowmobile trails just steps from the cabin, local skiing, tubing, and snowshoeing, or hide inside in the warm cabin and checkout the snow from the abundant windows looking onto the beautiful winter scenery.

The cabin has everything you could need for your escape from the bustles of everyday life! The fully equipped kitchen includes a coffee maker, microwave, dishware, breakfast bar, and a dishwasher. There are two living spaces with TV, internet, and games all in a cozy setting. Towels and linens, ceiling fans, washer & dryer are just a few more things to ensure a carefree stay!

A couple of things to note!
Our property is located off of a two-track road. We highly recommend a four or all-wheel drive vehicle in winter months. While we do our best to keep it plowed, it's in the woods! Things get messy.
The only internet available is through a T-Mobile hotspot we provide. You can have multiple devices connected to the network and stream, which is how we provide cable (through YouTube TV). But again, you're in the woods, so we like to caution it's not as powerful or reliable as your cable or broadband internet in the city.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Do not move furniture.
Be respectful of neighboring properties. Quiet hours 10pm - 7am.
No illegal activity of any kind.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Johannesburg, this cabin is in the city centre and on a lake. Otsego County Historical Museum and Call of the Wild Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Gaylord Discovery Center and Otsego County Sportsplex. Visit our Johannesburg travel guide
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Johannesburg, MI

What's nearby

  • Little Bear Lake
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • West Twin Lake
    15 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Garland
    21 min drive - 12.2 miles
  • Otsego Lake State Park
    30 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • Au Sable River
    40 min drive - 34.4 miles

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    59 min drive

Restaurants

  • Paul's Pub
    15 min drive
  • J and B's Spot Bar
    13 min drive
  • The Old Depot Restaurant
    15 min drive
  • J and K's Pit Stop
    15 min drive
  • Timbers Northern D'Lights
    17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enchanting 4-Season Retreat in the Woods Near Trails Lakes and Resorts pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Enchanting 4-Season Retreat in the Woods Near Trails Lakes and Resorts?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Enchanting 4-Season Retreat in the Woods Near Trails Lakes and Resorts?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanting 4-Season Retreat in the Woods Near Trails Lakes and Resorts?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enchanting 4-Season Retreat in the Woods Near Trails Lakes and Resorts located?

Located in the heart of Johannesburg, this golf cabin is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Little Bear Lake and within 9 miles (15 km) of Johannesburg Lake and West Twin Lake. Lake Louise and Louis M. Groen Nature Preserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Enchanting 4-Season Retreat in the Woods Near Trails Lakes and Resorts Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It’s a great place to stay!

We all enjoyed our trip, We cooked breakfast and dinner every day and snowmobiled during the day. The cabin had everything we needed and plenty of games to enjoy. Would highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

It was the perfect spot for us to stay while we enjoyed places around Northern Michigan. We loved all of the activities that were provided in the great room!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Group of friends for a sporting clays weekend, great place, very clean and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JULIE K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect northern getaway

My family liked the pictures of the house online, but when we actually walked into the house we were blown away by the family/game/dining room. So beautiful, fun and definitely a place to come back to.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little paradise in the woods

This cute cabin in the woods has everything you need for all ages. We had so much fun playing the games, walking, enjoying our coffee in the morning on the deck and riding the trails. Great place to relax and get away for a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

This property is an amazing place to stay for those interested in trail riding. Plenty of room for trailers and parking. Also plenty of entertainment inside of the cabin to keep us entertained when not out on the trails. Our group had a great time and will be happy to be back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trent N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding

Loved the cabin for many reasons including cleanliness and amenities being the ones that stand out! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fun

Our 2nd stay here. Great game room for fun on the rainy days. Backs up to state land for exploring. Clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Up North Getaway

My wife and I had a great time staying at the cabin. It was very spacious and had tons of activities/games that kept our evening busy. The location only a block away from Little Bear Lake was amazing and it's location gave up very quiet evenings. Would definitely return and recommend to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Wonderland

Amazing cabin, very clean and cozy. Had everything our family loved games, movies, reading by the fire …. comfort of a home away from home. A place to call “up north” to get away. Highly recommend to disconnect and create family time! Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hibernation Station

This was an outstanding cabin for us! We weren’t there much during the weekend but it was a very relaxing and homey cabin to come back to after a long day. Cabin was spotless and check in/out directions were easy to understand. We loved the game room…so much room for activities! If staying here in the “snow” months you would definitely benefit from a 4 wheel or all wheel drive vehicle. We would definitely stay here again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heavenly hideaway

We haven’t been to little bear lake in 30 years. It was a wonderful, emotional and truly blessed vacation. My brother lives in Switzerland and couldn’t believe we were able to find a gorgeous cabin on Little Bear. Your cabin made our dreams come true. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evandro M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabin in the woods.

The cabin was better than we expected. Everything was clean and new. The playroom is spacious, with tons of options. I definitely will come back. Communication with the manager was great as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent.

Thank you so much for the stay at your Cabin. It is definitely the kind of place that my friend and I would love to be able to retire to. We love the winter and being out in an area where there is almost nobody around. I'm sure it isn't as quiet in the summer, but it was an awesome stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsay L D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing get away

We had a great time! We appreciated the restaurant list in the welcome book. We spent a whole day just hanging out and playing all of the games. Wish the swing had been up and wanted a basketball for the hoop, but we had plenty to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed

The game room was a hit with the kids and us adults. We loved the open space and had plenty of room to be comfortable. The use of the barn was nice to store our side by side in. The location back in the woods made for great privacy and gave you the up north feel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place!!

This place was everything advertised and more! The location was remote and tucked away, the house was clean, and the pole barn was perfect for our gear. The game room was everything the pictures advertised; we had a blast! In one weekend, we disc golfed, rode the trails and golfed at the lakes. Nothing was more than 30 minutes away. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

Our family had a great get stay and fell in love with Northern Michigan! Loved how the cabin is nestled away in the woods where there was no one else besides 1 other neighbor. It was very nice and quiet. The cabin was very clean and very well stocked. The game room was a hit with the kids! Ashley was very responsive with messages if we had any questions. Definitely recommend this hibernation station!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shanty R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a quiet stay

I ended up with a short notice free long weekend and got lucky to find this place. Everything was exactly as described and even cuter in person. It was quiet and well taken care of, I loved all the little touches. I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking for a quiet getaway in the woods. While there are neighbors nearby, everyone was quiet and respectful and you can only see one neighbor from the front yard. Everything was perfect and I got some much needed relaxation and sightseeing done. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer orv trip

This cabin is AWESOME! We loved it. The game/recreation room was great. Plenty of games for everyone of all ages. The TV was great for a movie night and an endless choice for movies! The cabin had everything that you needed, from the coffee bar to the kitchen and everything in between. The grandkids loved the hammock and the basketball goal. Very peaceful. We rode sxs's straight from the cabin and liked that we had access to the pole barn to park them in. Great communication with the owners and check in was easy. I really can't say enough about this place. Everyone loved this place. We would definitely recommend this place to anyone. Nice beach in Lewiston which is about 15 minutes from the cabin. Absolutely loved It!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming and fun

The home was very cute with a wonderful game room area in the back. The property was very well maintained and had everything we needed for our stay. We struggled to find the dirt road leading to the house…Waze didn’t seem to have the exact location but once we put the address in Apple Maps we had no trouble. Location is close to a lot of other towns. We spent our time exploring the many state parks and trails around the area. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2nd time staying

Very nice cabin. We enjoyed our 2nd stay just as much as the 1st time. Listing description is spot on. Wifi not strong but that's well explained in the description. Cabin was clean, comfortable, and great condition. Adding a top dishwasher rack would be helpful but that's a very minor inconvenience. Clear communication and instruction from friendly owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Michigan

Everything was great about this property. The driveway was a bit rough getting in, but we were able to make it through without the need of 4wd. We wanted to bring snowmobiles, but MI winter wasn't cooperating. Either way, trail systems are within a short distance and we were able to take our tiny ATV's out. The place itself was great. Having the wood burning stove was super nice for cold weather without having to crank the heat. There are a ton of good games and activities to keep you occupied while indoors. 10/10 would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Savannah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Hideaway

This cabin is the perfect hideaway for just about any age! We traveled with our kids ages 1 year to 11 years and they all enjoyed it. There’s no dangerous areas for a crawling baby (just lock the glass door if you want to leave the front door open because it doesn’t latch) and there’s so many fun games and activities for all ages! We didn’t get to do much hiking or anything, but it seems there is a lot in the area. Beds were comfy. The only thing for me was that it got a little sketchy driving in and out with my van. It was doable but just be ware in case there’s a lot of rain. Definitely need 4 wheel drive in winter like they said! Hope to go back one day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was amazing and very relaxing!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025